All Entries in the "Sports" Category
Drought Continues to Factor in Pheasant/Quail Hunting
DENVER – Colorado Parks and Wildlife biologists say lingering effects of a two-year drought have significantly affected pheasant populations across eastern Colorado, setting up challenging conditions for upland bird hunters who take to the field for this Saturday’s opener. “Location will be very critical to hunting success again this year,” said Ed Gorman, small game manager for […]
CPW Thanks Boaters As Inspection Stations Close For the Season
DENVER – The effort to stop the spread of harmful Aquatic Nuisance Species continued successfully during the 2013 boating season. Watercraft inspection and decontaminations stations were available at more than 75 locations across the state this year including 41 Colorado Parks and Wildlife stations. Colorado Parks and Wildlife and their numerous partners performed more than […]
CPW Seeks Information about Pronghorn Poaching Incident
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is seeking information about a poaching incident that occurred in southeastern Colorado near the town of Kim. The carcass of a small buck pronghorn was found on a parcel of Comanche National Grassland west of Las Animas CR 179 otherwise known as the Villegreen rd. on Oct. 6. On the afternoon […]
CPW Presents Deer 101 Seminar
ROCKY FORD, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife is a one-day introduction to deer hunting on Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 6 p.m. at the Rocky Ford Bird Farm. The annual Deer 101 program is designed for participants of all ages interested in learning more about hunting mule deer. Youth and women hunters are encouraged to attend. Wildlife […]
John Martin Reservoir State Park Boat Inspection Hours Change
HASTY, Colo. – Due to the current government shutdown, some of the Army Corps of Engineers’ seasonal employees will be unavailable for the last three weeks of the season. While this does not have any impact on the management of the state park or the reservoir, it will mean some changes for boaters. The Aquatic […]
County Hears Holly Saddle Club Building Project, Receives ARPA Update
The Prowers County Commissioners have offered an initial letter of support to the Holly Saddle Club, which plans to secure funding for the construction of an indoor/outdoor community pavilion at the Holly Racetrack fairgrounds. The commissioners discussed an outline of the project which includes a 120 by 80 foot pavilion featuring a community kitchen, […]
LCC Hosts Antelope Stampede
The Lamar Community College Rodeo team held the Antelope Stampede October 4-6 at the Prowers County Fairgrounds. LCC freshman Codie Brown won Breakaway Roping and is now 6th in the event in the Central Rocky Mountain Region. Brooke Smith finished 6th in Goat Tying and James Ellet placed 10th in steer wrestling. The team will […]
Colorado Fishing Report for October 8, 2013
Final statewide fishing report for the season With the fishing season starting to wind down, this will be the final fishing report of the season. The report will resume once again in the spring. We’d like to extend a special thank you to all who contributed to the report throughout the 2013 season, and we […]
Colorado Fishing Report for October 1, 2013
Check out Colorado Parks and Wildlife fishing videos “Fly Fishing Colorado” is a feature length video journal highlighting major fly-fishing events and top destinations throughout the state. Fly fishermen of all skill levels will benefit from this comprehensive look at Colorado’s year-round fly-fishing opportunities. Each monthly entry is filled with action at recommended destinations, fly-fishing […]
Savages Host Miners for Homecoming, 2013
The traditional Lamar Savage Homecoming parade along Main Street kicked off at 2pm, Friday, September 27. The visiting YAK airplanes for the annual Fly-In provided some additional excitement and entertainment with a special fly-over along the parade route as the students began their route to Savage Stadium. Other events of the afternoon included the 5pm […]
Plenty of Planes for the Fly-in
A cool fall morning, light breezes and sunny skies combined for a perfect day for viewing an assortment of airplanes on the ground, and in the air, at the Lamar Airport this past Saturday, September 28. Early morning visitors to the annual Fly-In had a chance to enjoy a breakfast provided by Smokin Willy’s BBQ, […]
Colorado Fishing Report for September 24, 2013
Check out Colorado Parks and Wildlife fishing videos “Fly Fishing Colorado” is a feature length video journal highlighting major fly-fishing events and top destinations throughout the state. Fly fishermen of all skill levels will benefit from this comprehensive look at Colorado’s year-round fly-fishing opportunities. Each monthly entry is filled with action at recommended destinations, fly-fishing […]
Brandon Stephenson Hired at Lamar Community College as Head Volleyball Coach
Stephenson comes to Lamar Community College from Highland Community College, where he was the assistant volleyball coach and wellness center assistant. Under Stephenson’s leadership, the lady Scotties saw success on the court and in the classroom. In several matches the Lady Scotties had double digits in both blocks and kills. Before going to Highland, Stephenson […]
Pedal the Plains, A Rolling Success
Sunny skies, mild temperatures and gentle winds all contributed to a perfect weekend for the Pedal the Plains event held in Lamar this past Friday and Saturday, September 20-21. Bike riders began arriving in Lamar from their starting point in Eads mid afternoon on Friday. Once they checked their bikes at the Lamar Community Building, […]
Colorado Fishing Report for September 17, 2013
Check out Colorado Parks and Wildlife fishing videos “Fly Fishing Colorado” is a feature length video journal highlighting major fly-fishing events and top destinations throughout the state. Fly fishermen of all skill levels will benefit from this comprehensive look at Colorado’s year-round fly-fishing opportunities. Each monthly entry is filled with action at recommended destinations, fly-fishing […]
Northside Park Playground is Open for Business
In the span of a morning and part of an afternoon, a several month long project to build a new playground in Lamar was completed. This past Saturday, September 14, was known as ‘build day’ for about 300 volunteers who contributed their time to assemble and erect playground equipment at the Northside Park in Lamar. […]
Multiple State Parks, Wildlife Areas, Forest Access Closed Due to Flood
DENVER – Due to the historic flooding of the last five days, several parks and wildlife areas, as well as forest access are closed until further notice. Northeast region parks closed: Eldorado Canyon State Park Jackson Lake State Park St. Vrain State Park Northeast region state wildlife areas and state trust lands closed: Atwood SWA […]
Colorado Fishing Report for September 10, 2013
Check out Colorado Parks and Wildlife fishing videos “Fly Fishing Colorado” is a feature length video journal highlighting major fly-fishing events and top destinations throughout the state. Fly fishermen of all skill levels will benefit from this comprehensive look at Colorado’s year-round fly-fishing opportunities. Each monthly entry is filled with action at recommended destinations, fly-fishing […]
Archery Clinic in Lamar September 11
Interested in learning more about the sport of archery? Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) will hold a free archery clinic, Wednesday, September 11 from 6-8 p.m. at the indoor archery range at the CPW Office at 2500 S. Main in Lamar. Archery is fun and safe and can be a life long skill enjoyed by […]
Colorado Fishing Report for September 3, 2013
Check out Colorado Parks and Wildlife fishing videos “Fly Fishing Colorado” is a feature length video journal highlighting major fly-fishing events and top destinations throughout the state. Fly fishermen of all skill levels will benefit from this comprehensive look at Colorado’s year-round fly-fishing opportunities. Each monthly entry is filled with action at recommended destinations, fly-fishing […]